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SUBJECT: RE : NPD Press Release – December 22, 2022


UPDATED
The Nelson Police Department have been advised by the Nelson RCMP that, while conducting
an investigation into a recent house fire in the Beasley area, they discovered human remains. The
BC Coroner’s Service have since confirmed the remains are that of Mr. Mahoney. Mr.
Mahoney’s next of kin have been notified and our condolences go out to his family. Nelson
RCMP and the BC Coroner’s Service continue to investigate.

PREVIOUS RELEASE
Missing Person Patrick Mahoney Nelson Police File # 22-6220

Nelson Police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating a Nelson man who was last seen
at 10:50 a.m. on December 10, 2022 near Safeway in Nelson.
Mr. Mahoney is a 44 year old Caucasian male 5’10” tall and approximately 180lbs. Mr.
Mahoney has short brown hair, blue eyes and short beard.
Nelson Police and its partner agencies are concerned for the well-being of Mr. Mahoney and
wish to locate him as quickly as possible, if he is seen please contact your local police
department.

Sergeant Dan Markevich
Nelson Police Department
250-354-3919